Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond
~2 days · 21.2 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond is known for
Stages 8–9 of Coast to Coast Walk is an official 35.4 km point-to-point section from Keld to Richmond.
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 1,549 ft to 6,211 ft over 21.2 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 6.9 mi · 33%
- Downhill 11.9 mi · 57%
- Flat 2.2 mi · 10%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond scores 15/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond take?
Most backpackers hike the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 21.2 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond?
The Coast to Coast Walk — Stages 8–9: Keld to Richmond climbs roughly 3,169 ft total — about 149 ft per mile, topping out near 1,900 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.